Residents express anger after incorrect tree felling resumes during housing development work in Killingworth. Killingworth Residents Angered As Tree Felling Resumes Near Homes People in Killingworth are quite angry. A housing firm cut down trees by mistake during building work. This upset many local people a lot. Nineteen trees got chopped down on Killingworth Moor…
People rejoiced as love locks from Bakewell’s bridge found new homes at Thornbridge Estate, sparking emotional reunions. Bakewell Love Locks Reunited at Thornbridge for Tearful Reunions People were searching for love locks last Friday. They hung them on a bridge in Bakewell years ago. Some locks were there for ten years or more. Thousands put…
The council approved a budget that includes a 4.99% tax increase and 200 job cuts to address fiscal pressures. North Tyneside Council Approves Tax Hike and Two Hundred Job Cuts North Tyneside Council approved their budget, with Labour councillors voting in favor. It includes a tax increase and job cuts. The council tax will rise…
Council is under fire for Gosforth pothole spraying debris. Schoolchildren are at risk near Jubilee Road. Newcastle Council Faces Criticism Over Dangerous Gosforth Pothole A Newcastle councillor is worried about a pothole on Jubilee Road in Gosforth. He says it sprays debris onto the pavement where schoolchildren walk, making him very concerned. Councillor Peter Lovatt…
Oxygen Activeplay opens February 17th in Salford Quays! It boasts trampolines, ropes course, and a special toddler zone. New Giant Play Park Oxygen Activeplay Opening at MediaCity Good news! A new play park is opening soon called Oxygen Activeplay. It is located at Quayside in Salford Quays, in the old Lowry Outlet. The opening day…
Thames Ditton residents are campaigning to bring back their local pharmacy after recent closures left a gap in health services. Thames Ditton Residents Fight to Restore Local Pharmacy Access Folks in Thames Ditton want their pharmacy back. The Boots chemist closed early in 2024, leaving residents who remember always having a pharmacy there feeling its…
Oldham Council approves an inquiry into child abuse. Survivors worry about dying before justice is served. Child Abuse Inquiry Launched After Vote, Survivors Fear Time Running Out Survivors feel both relief and pride now. Oldham Council voted for an inquiry into child abuse, though some survivors worry they won’t live to see justice. The council…
Residents fear a pedestrian death on Elms Road due to increased speeding traffic after nearby road changes in 2024. South London Street: Locals Fear Pedestrian Death From Rat Run Traffic People in South London are worried about speeding drivers. They live on a street used as a shortcut and residents fear someone will get hurt.…
Forbici, a new pizzeria with Neapolitan roots, is opening in Manchester. They plan to serve craft beer too. New Restaurant Serves World Class Pizza With Scissors Opens in Manchester A new pizza place is opening next month. It will be in the city center. They got bakers and ideas from Naples. Forbici, a “new wave”…
Plans for 155 homes in a Leicestershire village were rejected due to flooding and access worries from residents. Leicestershire Village Housing Plan Refused Over Flooding Concerns A company wanted to build houses near Littlethorpe. This village is in Leicestershire. The plan involved 155 homes on green fields. Local officials initially suggested approval. Gladman Developments Ltd…